On Jan. 20, Potter was driving westbound in a 1990 Nissan at State Road 400 and I-4 when he struck the rear end of a small trailer that was hauled by Akel's blue 1995 Ford pickup, according to a police report.

When the truck and trailer entered the I-4 median, the truck rolled several times and partially ejected Akel, who died at the scene, the report stated.

After impact, Potter continued on S.R. 400 without stopping at the scene to render aid or offer information, the report stated.

He then exited I-4, passed Volusia Medical Center in Orange City and later stopped in front of DeBary Manor seeking medical attention. An employee at the manor called police, the report said.

Akel had purchased the truck and trailer to operate his own courier service, court records show.